Any fan of horror movies knows the name “Hannibal Lecter.” This iconic character has been played by some of the biggest names in Hollywood, and his gruesome crimes have been the subject of numerous films and books.Diabolical cannibal Hannibal Lecter has been the basis for five movies, all adapted from Thomas Harris novels about Lecter: 1981’s Red Dragon, 1988’s The Silence of the Lambs, 1999’s Hannibal, and 2006’s Hannibal Rising.The first film starred Brian Cox as Hannibal Lecter. Anthony Hopkins took over the role for “The Silence of the Lambs,” “Hannibal,” and “Red Dragon.”If you want to experience the full Hannibal Lecter story, then you’ll want to watch all the movies in order. Then, starting with” Manhunter” and ending with” Hannibal,” this list will take you through all the most significant moments in Lecter’s history.So whether you’re a longtime fan or just getting started, check out these Hannibal movies in order.Hannibal Lecter Movies in Order of the Release DateManhunter (19...
